Newsletter:

St. John’s Episcopal Church - Sunday, September 9, 2018

From Fr. Ray+

You may recall that back in the winter, we had a congregational gathering at which we discussed the things we most appreciate about St. John’s Church. Based on that discussion we narrowed our findings to the top three things our folks appreciate about their church. Those three things were: 1) Worship in the Anglican Tradition, 2) Outreach to persons in need in our community and beyond and 3) Opportunities for Spiritual Growth and Discipleship. We formed three groups of church members who have met to discuss things we can do to further develop those three areas of congregational life. At last week’s meeting of the Outreach Group, it was decided that we will include a special focus on Outreach Ministries in our community as part of our stewardship emphasis this year. Our annual stewardship focus will take place October 21, 28 and November 4. November 4 is going to be a very special day as we receive our annual estimate of giving cards during worship followed by lunch in the undercroft. During lunch representatives of community agencies will provide very brief descriptions of what their organizations do and how we can support them. The other two groups are meeting this week and next week and will be finalizing plans for their areas of focus. I appreciate the work and wisdom these groups are bringing to St. John’s!

Blessings, Fr. Ray+

Worship and Education News:

Adult Sunday School: Meets Sunday at 9:00 am.

Sunday School: Will meet at 9:00 am at the First United Methodist Church.